The Master of Divinity is a professional ministerial degree approved by the Commission on Accrediting of the Association of Theological Schools (ATS). It aims to cultivate an integrated formation of the seminarian through (1) a comprehensive and faithful understanding of the Catholic theological tradition that engages contemporary contexts and prepares candidates to be public teachers of the faith; (2) a lively spiritual life rooted in the Catholic tradition that empowers candidates to be holy and lead others to holiness; (3) growth in human maturity that is appropriate to ecclesial leaders; and (4) the acquisition of the skills required for effective pastoral ministry. The Master of Divinity is designed to be completed by seminarians while they are fulfilling the requirements of the program of priestly formation.

 The degree program aims to prepare seminarians to share in a special way in the three-fold office of Christ: teaching the Gospel, celebrating the divine mysteries, and shepherding God’s people. 

The degree demands:

• a general knowledge of the Catholic Tradition and skills for lifelong learning
• an understanding of contemporary contexts for evangelization
• the human and spiritual dimensions of priestly formation
• the pastoral qualities and skills necessary for service as priests